Mumbai Train Stunt Turns Tragic: Young Man Suffers Amputation After Viral Video – Central Railway Warns

In a tragic turn of events, a young man who performed a dangerous stunt on a suburban local train at Sewri station in Mumbai has been identified by the Railway Protection Force (RPF). The authorities discovered that the stunt had resulted in the loss of one arm and one leg for the individual.

Central Railway recently shared a video on the social media platform X, formerly known as Tweeter, which features the young man discussing the incident with the authorities.

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The post on X reads: "Central Railway has identified the stunt performer from this viral video, who later lost an arm and leg during another stunt. @RPFCRBB swiftly took action to ensure safety. We urge all passengers to avoid life-threatening stunts and report such incidents at 9004410735 / 139. Safety first!"

The individual, identified as Farhat Azam Sheikh, revealed in the video that the stunt, which was filmed in March, gained viral attention on X in July. Azam Sheikh was seen grabbing onto a moving suburban train but not boarding it fully. His legs remain on the platform, dragging as the train accelerates. He only manages to pull himself inside the compartment at the end of the platform. Following the incident, Sheikh suffered severe injuries, losing both an arm and a leg.

Subsequently, the release of the video on July 14, Central Railway issued a firm warning against engaging in dangerous stunts. Subsequently, a case was registered by the Wadala unit of the RPF, which managed to trace Sheikh to his residence in Antop Hill, central Mumbai, a few days later, as reported by PTI.

Central Railway highlighted the severe consequences of such reckless acts, noting that Sheikh now struggles with daily activities due to his injuries. He has urged the public to avoid such illegal and perilous behaviours. The authorities continue to advocate for safety and encourage passengers to report any dangerous stunts to ensure the safety of all individuals involved.